What is the cheapest way to get from Retford to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Manchester is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Retford to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Retford to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Retford to Manchester?

The distance between Retford and Manchester is 66 miles. The road distance is 63.5 miles.

How do I travel from Retford to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Retford to Manchester without a car is to train via Sheffield which takes 1h 51m and costs £14 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Retford to Manchester?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Retford to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Manchester train from?

Retford to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.

Where does the Retford to Manchester train arrive?

Retford to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Retford to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Manchester is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Retford to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Retford to Manchester?

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3418+ hotels available in Manchester.

Retford to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 99 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Retford to Manchester by train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Sheffield
best
1. Take the train from Retford to SheffieldLincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester PiccadillyCleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 51m
£14–50
Drive 63.1 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Manchester63.1 mi
1h 32m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester PiccadillyCleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 20m
£22–57
Line 99 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Square to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B129 / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester PiccadillyCleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 52m
£18–43

Retford to Manchester by train

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Distance: 65.3 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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You can take a train from Retford to Manchester Piccadilly via Sheffield in around 1h 51m.

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